Senior Cash Application Specialist

Job Description As a Sr. Cash Applicator at NIQ, you will play a crucial role in the Cash Application and Collection team within Global Finance Operations. Reporting to the Cash Application and Collection Lead, your primary responsibility will be to ensure the accurate and efficient processing of client payments to maintain the integrity of NIQ's financial records, particularly within Accounts Receivable. Your attention to detail, strong financial process understanding, and collaboration with other departments will be essential in resolving payment discrepancies and ensuring financial compliance. Key Responsibilities: - Payment Processing: Accurately identify, analyze, and process client payments, ensuring timely recording in financial systems. This includes manual handling of payments and following established procedures. - Accounts Receivable Management: Maintain up-to-date records in NIQs Accounts Receivables, manage daily cash application, and reconcile accounts as needed. - Data Verification and Reconciliation: Perform audits and cash reconciliation processes to verify payment entries and reconcile discrepancies. - Cross-Departmental Collaboration: Work closely with Customer Service, Sales, and Treasury Associates to resolve payment issues and ensure seamless communication. - Reporting and Compliance: Assist in financial report preparation, monitor key performance indicators, and ensure compliance with internal policies and external regulations. - Continuous Improvement: Contribute to the enhancement of payment processing and Accounts Receivable management processes. - Audit and Regulation: Engage with internal and external audit processes to ensure compliance. Qualifications: - Bachelors degree in finance, Accounting, or a related field; CPA or equivalent certification preferred. - Minimum 2 years of experience in finance or accounting, with a focus on cash applications or accounts receivable. - Technical Proficiency: Strong skills in financial software, Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel. ERP system experience is a plus. - Analytical Skills: Ability to analyze financial data and resolve payment discrepancies. - Attention to Detail: Exceptional accuracy in handling financial records. - Communication Skills: Excellent interpersonal skills for effective collaboration. - Time Management: Strong organizational skills to prioritize tasks in a fast-paced environment. - Problem-Solving: Proactive in identifying issues and finding solutions. In addition, NIQ offers benefits such as a flexible working environment, volunteer time off, LinkedIn Learning, and an Employee-Assistance-Program (EAP). NIQ is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion in the workplace, fostering an environment that values a wide range of perspectives to drive innovation and excellence. As a Sr. Cash Applicator at NIQ, you will play a crucial role in the Cash Application and Collection team within Global Finance Operations. Reporting to the Cash Application and Collection Lead, your primary responsibility will be to ensure the accurate and efficient processing of client payments to maintain the integrity of NIQ's financial records, particularly within Accounts Receivable. Your attention to detail, strong financial process understanding, and collaboration with other departments will be essential in resolving payment discrepancies and ensuring financial compliance. Key Responsibilities: - Payment Processing: Accurately identify, analyze, and process client payments, ensuring timely recording in financial systems. This includes manual handling of payments and following established procedures. - Accounts Receivable Management: Maintain up-to-date records in NIQs Accounts Receivables, manage daily cash application, and reconcile accounts as needed. - Data Verification and Reconciliation: Perform audits and cash reconciliation processes to verify payment entries and reconcile discrepancies. - Cross-Departmental Collaboration: Work closely with Customer Service, Sales, and Treasury Associates to resolve payment issues and ensure seamless communication. - Reporting and Compliance: Assist in financial report preparation, monitor key performance indicators, and ensure compliance with internal policies and external regulations. - Continuous Improvement: Contribute to the enhancement of payment processing and Accounts Receivable management processes. - Audit and Regulation: Engage with internal and external audit processes to ensure compliance. Qualifications: - Bachelors degree in finance, Accounting, or a related field; CPA or equivalent certification preferred. - Minimum 2 years of experience in finance or accounting, with a focus on cash applications or accounts receivable. - Technical Proficiency: Strong skills in financial software, Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel. ERP system experience is a plus. - Analytical Skills: Ability to analyze financial data and resolve payment discrepancies. - Attention to Detail: Excepti